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Cadoux Limited has made significant progress in its High Purity Alumina and Minhub rare earth projects during Q1 2025, advancing engineering studies, securing key contracts, and strengthening ESG initiatives while preparing for commercialisation.

Activeport Group Ltd reported a robust 49.3% increase in software revenue for Q3 2025, driven by strategic wins across Asia and Australia, even as SaaS revenue declined due to restructuring. The company’s new technology deployments and cost-cutting measures position it for growth in the coming quarters.

Boab Metals has executed a binding agreement to acquire the DeGrussa Processing Plant, significantly derisking its Sorby Hills Lead-Silver-Zinc Project and setting the stage for a Final Investment Decision in the second half of 2025.

Alpha HPA Limited reports significant progress on its HPA First Project Stage 2 with key infrastructure completed and engineering milestones met. Strong semiconductor sector demand drives Letters of Intent covering over 60% of Stage 2 production, while sapphire wafer production and leadership changes position the company for growth.

QPM Energy reports a substantial 61% upgrade in Moranbah Gas Project reserves to 435PJ, successfully integrates Moranbah Power Station operations, and begins overhaul of Townsville Power Station, navigating weather disruptions and contract renewals.

Comet Ridge Limited reports significant progress on its Mahalo Gas Hub project, with upstream and pipeline FEED studies advancing, robust pilot production at Mahalo East, and active negotiations on gas sales and funding arrangements.

Arizona Lithium advances its Prairie Project with a pioneering commercial development plan for lithium brine extraction, regulatory approvals, and a $1.3 million capital raise to fund initial production.

Boab Metals has inked a A$10 million deal to acquire the DeGrussa Processing Plant from Sandfire Resources, significantly derisking and reducing upfront capital costs for its Sorby Hills Project. Completion hinges on a final investment decision expected in the second half of 2025.

Aurora Labs has completed the design and initial testing of its AU4 40kg thrust micro gas turbine, marking a significant step in UAV propulsion technology. The company is now focusing on scaling production and deepening defence sector partnerships following strong international engagement.

Australian Vanadium Limited reports significant progress across its vertically integrated vanadium strategy, with key project milestones, government approvals, and promising energy storage developments positioning it for growth.

Native Mineral Resources Holdings Limited (NMR) has made significant progress on its Charters Towers Gold Project, completing key plant refurbishments and securing $15.9 million in funding to support a planned gold production restart in Q3 2025.

Rumble Resources advances its Western Queen Gold-Tungsten Project towards late 2025 production through a joint venture with Bain Global and MEGA Resources, while reporting significant high-grade gold and tungsten assay results. The company also expands its portfolio by acquiring 100% of the Thunderstorm Gold Project and initiates a scoping study on the Earaheedy Zinc-Lead-Silver Project.